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Wilson, James Grant, 1832-1914 to John M. Schofield

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC03477.07 Author/Creator: Wilson, James Grant, 1832-1914 Place Written: Chicago, Illinois Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 20 August 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : docket Height: 20 cm, Width: 13 cm Order a Copy

Has received desired information, but wishes to know the recipients full name. "Your very complete sketch came to hand this morning and contains all the information desired with the single exception of your full name, which you will oblige me by sending by return of mail." John M. Schofield boldly signs on the verso.o.

Wilson, James Grant, 1832-1914
Schofield, John McAllister, 1831-1906

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